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Narcan Naloxone Safety – SS1133AE (6 Min.)

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Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids—including heroin, fentanyl, and prescription opioid medications—when given in time.
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What are two forms of naloxone that anyone can use without medical training or authorization?
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You never need more than one dose of naloxone when stronger opioids like fentanyl are involved.
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Naloxone won’t harm someone if they’re overdosing on drugs other than opioids, so it’s always best to use it if you think someone is overdosing.
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Because you can’t use naloxone on yourself, let others know you have it in case you experience an opioid overdose.
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In most states, you can get naloxone at your local pharmacy without a prescription.
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What to do if you think someone is overdosing?
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After Administering Naloxone the first thing you should do is
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Naloxone only works in the body for 30 to 90 minutes. It is possible for a person to still experience the effects of an overdose after naloxone wears off or need multiple doses if a potent opioid is in a person’s system.